Russia Opens Regulated Crypto Trading for Retail Traders

Russia is set to open regulated crypto trading for retail investors starting September 1. Traders will face an annual investment cap of 300,000 rubles. Domestic payments using cryptocurrency remain strictly banned across the country.

This move marks a major shift in how the Russian government handles digital assets. Instead of an outright ban, the country is bringing trading into the regulated financial system with clear limits.

Traders and market watchers should keep an eye on how local exchanges adapt to these new rules. The upcoming launch will show how much demand actually exists under these official caps.